Breast Lift Surgery (Mastopexy)
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Breast lift surgery in San Diego, also called mastopexy, restores firmness and elevates sagging breasts affected by aging, pregnancy, or weight changes. This procedure improves nipple position, reshapes breast tissue, and renews confidence with a more youthful, balanced contour.
What Is a Breast Lift (Mastopexy)?
A breast lift, or mastopexy, is a surgical procedure that corrects sagging breasts by removing excess skin, reshaping breast tissue, and elevating the nipple-areolar complex to a higher, more natural position.
Breast lift surgery differs from breast augmentation. While augmentation adds volume with implants, a breast lift procedure focuses on repositioning and reshaping to restore firmness and correct droop. Some patients choose to combine breast procedures for fuller, lifted breasts.
Mastopexy is often recommended for sagging breast correction when lifestyle, pregnancy, or aging have stretched the skin and lowered the breasts.
Types of Breast Lift Procedures We Offer
Dr. Gregory Park uses several mastopexy techniques based on your breast anatomy and desired results:
- Crescent Lift – best for minimal sagging and uses a small incision along the upper edge of the areola.
- Periareolar (Donut) Lift – reduces mild sagging and areola size with an incision around the areola.
- Vertical (Lollipop) Lift – reshapes moderate sagging with incisions around the areola and vertically down to the breast crease.
- Anchor Lift – addresses more significant sagging with incisions around the areola, vertically, and along the breast crease.
Each approach is personalized to deliver safe, natural-looking results while addressing your concerns.
Ideal Candidate for Breast Lift Surgery
You may be a good candidate for breast lift surgery if you have:
- Sagging or deflated breasts after pregnancy, nursing, or weight loss
- Nipples that point downward or sit below the breast crease
- Stretched skin or enlarged areolas
- Breasts that lack firmness or symmetry
Candidates should also be in good health, non-smokers, and have realistic expectations about surgery. A breast lift consultation with Dr. Park will confirm if this procedure is right for you.

To view Before & After Breast Lift photos, click photos above. Individual results may vary.
What to Expect During Breast Lift Surgery
Breast lift surgery is performed as an outpatient procedure. Patients typically receive anesthesia to guarantee comfort. Dr. Park places incisions according to the chosen technique, removes excess skin, reshapes the breast tissue, and repositions the nipple and areola.
The procedure usually takes 1.5-3 hours. While scars are a natural part of mastopexy, they fade significantly over time. Risks may include scarring, delayed healing, or sensation changes, though most patients recover well under Dr. Park’s care. Breast augmentation surgery can be performed simultaneously for patients seeking lift and added volume.
What to Expect After Surgery & Recovery
After surgery, patients spend time in a recovery room before being discharged the same day. Some swelling, bruising, and mild discomfort are normal and can be managed with prescribed medication.
Most patients return to normal activities within one to two weeks, though strenuous exercise should be avoided for about a month. Support garments are worn to aid healing, and follow-up visits help track your progress.
Breast lift recovery is gradual, with final reshaping visible in the months following surgery as swelling resolves. Results are long-lasting when combined with a stable weight and a healthy lifestyle.
Benefits of Breast Lift Surgery
A breast lift procedure provides:
- Correction of sagging breasts
- A firmer, more youthful contour
- Improved nipple and areola position
- Better breast symmetry
- Restored confidence in your appearance
Breast reshaping results are long-lasting and can help clothing fit better and boost self-image.
Breast Lift Surgery Cost in San Diego
Breast lift surgery cost varies depending on the mastopexy technique, anesthesia, facility fees, and whether implants are added. An exact price estimate will be provided during your consultation.
Our office offers financing and payment options to make your procedure more accessible. Schedule a personalized consultation for accurate details about breast lift surgery cost.
Why Choose Dr. Greg Park for Your Breast Lift
Dr. Gregory Park is a board-certified plastic and reconstructive surgeon with over two decades of surgical experience. A retired Air Force Lieutenant Colonel, he has treated pilots, military families, and even battlefield injuries in Afghanistan. His training includes top residencies in otolaryngology and plastic surgery, where he graduated first among his peers.
Dr. Park’s philosophy is built on respect, honesty, and compassion. His goal is to provide natural results with the highest standard of safety and care. At North Coast Plastic Surgery in Oceanside, patients are supported by a compassionate team in accredited surgical facilities designed for privacy and comfort.
Learn more about Dr. Gregory Park and his Philosophy & Vision.
Breast Lift Surgery FAQs
Results typically last many years, but factors like aging, pregnancy, or significant weight changes can affect outcomes. Maintaining a stable weight and wearing proper support can help prolong results.
A breast lift doesn’t usually change breast volume. The procedure reshapes and repositions tissue, which may make the breasts appear slightly smaller due to improved firmness and projection.
Yes, many patients choose to combine a lift with breast augmentation for fuller, lifted breasts. Dr. Park will discuss whether combining procedures suits your anatomy and goals.
As with any surgery, risks may include scarring, changes in sensation, or delayed healing. Serious complications are rare when surgery is performed by an experienced, board-certified plastic surgeon.
Most patients return to office work in about one week. However, for proper healing, strenuous activities and exercise should be postponed for at least four weeks.
Schedule Your Breast Lift Consultation in San Diego
If sagging breasts are affecting your confidence, a breast lift can help restore shape and firmness. Schedule your confidential breast lift consultation in San Diego, Oceanside, or Carlsbad today.
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